Danny Tran

Tug of War reimagines fan engagement at live Toronto Maple Leafs games by transforming the rink into an interactive multiplayer gaming arena using large-scale projection systems. Designed for quick, high-energy 2-3 minute intermission sessions, it lets fans compete head-to-head, driving excitement, sign-ups, and sponsor visibility.

My Contributions:

• Collaborated with designers on UI/UX design and user flow, creating a seamless and intuitive experience for both players and spectators.
• Implemented UI designs across jumbotron, rink projection, and web controller interfaces, ensuring consistency and visual impact across all display systems.
• Developed the core gameplay framework in Unity to connect with backend API endpoints built by engineers, enabling real-time interaction and data-driven gameplay logic.
• Ensured smooth synchronization between visual layers, input systems, and live game state updates for a cohesive, immersive in-arena experience.

Weirdwood Manor blends fantasy storytelling with rich interactivity, inviting players into a magical world filled with adventure, puzzles, and mystery.

My Contributions:

• Developed multiple minigames designed to enhance the interactive storytelling experience and immerse players in the narrative.
• Collaborated closely with designers to conceptualize and prototype engaging gameplay ideas.
• Built flexible systems and tools in Unity to rapidly iterate and test new minigame mechanics, supporting creative experimentation throughout development.

Set in the colorful chaos of the 1990s, The Big Con follows Ali, a rebellious teen on a cross-country hustle to save her family’s video store from loan sharks. The game mixes humor, nostalgia, and mischief into a vibrant adventure full of cons, collectible plushies, and quirky characters.

My Contributions:

• Designed and developed tools to streamline and accelerate the character and NPC creation process.
• Built shared character rigs enabling sprite and animation reuse, significantly improving development efficiency.
• Collaborated with artists and designers to ensure consistent animation quality and workflow optimization across the production pipeline.

Zone 360 (by Vitruvian Sport Systems) is an immersive VR training platform designed to improve soccer players’ strategic awareness and decision-making under real game conditions. Leveraging virtual reality, it simulates high-pressure match scenarios to enhance players’ mental and tactical skills.

My Contributions:

• Developed a backend system using PHP and MySQL to store, manage, and analyze player data.
• Built an integration system for HBand and Fitbit APIs to track users’ physical progress and sync performance metrics with the training platform.
• Collaborated with designers and engineers to ensure data accuracy, stability, and scalability across multiple training sessions.